Our Mission

The mission of Career Services is to maintain a student-centered culture that delivers comprehensive and contemporary career education programs and advice that keeps pace with market trends and developments, and to prepare Occidental College students to successfully navigate the demands and complexity of seeking and obtaining employment in an ever-changing global economy.

We maintain a student-centered culture by:

preserving and expanding the high-touch experience for Oxy students

broadening the reach and impact of the Hameetman Career Center

expanding options for students to directly engage with employers and alumni

ensuring students understand the world of work and expectations of employers

updating and improving our contemporary career-readiness strategies

developing metrics to drive changes that positively influence career outcomes for students